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Dominach's Taekwondo Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Independence, Kentucky

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
  • Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
  • Website & schedule domtkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (859) 815-9953

The classes they run

Taekwondo classes on the schedule at Dominach's Taekwondo Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 33 mentions

“My son has always been ridiculously shy in new surroundings but from the very first class with Mr D my son was so comfortable he was immediately hooked!”

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🐲 Little Dragons

“She took Taekwondo for five years, from age 5 to 10.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Braxton missed 5 days due to pneumonia but Mr D made sure he caught up quickly by allowing a Black Belt mentor him during some one on one lessons in class.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“Each class is different, so you don't get into a boring routine, and with testing for the next rank every two months, you have a feeling of accomplishment.”

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Other martial arts here

Taekwondo schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Dominach's Taekwondo Academy — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate

“So I decided to check out the place next to Kroger with the big KARATE sign over the door, and I'm incredibly glad I did.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want hapkido, karate, or judo alongside your taekwondo, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 43 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“My son has always been ridiculously shy in new surroundings but from the very first class with Mr D my son was so comfortable he was immediately hooked!”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 9 mentions

“However, prepare yourself for outstanding leadership, unparalleled mentorship, and a family of people that will adopt you as their own and never let go.”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“I have watched his self-confidence soar as he learns respect, focus and discipline along with technique.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My daughter's focus, self-esteem, social skills, and physical abilities have improved immensely.”

competition & tournament success 3 mentions

“Great for kids and adults, lots of fun events and tournaments.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 20 mentions

“The instructors are amazing, skilled at TKD and also personable while giving and expecting respect from the students.”

From the reviews

I cannot recommend Dominach's Taekwondo highly enough! My son has always been ridiculously shy in new surroundings but from the very first class with Mr D my son was so comfortable he was immediately hooked! He asks to go to class 6 days a week, I have never seen him so enthusiastic about a sport!

★★★★★ — Christy, Sep 2016

My daughter was one of Mr. Dominach's first students. She took Taekwondo for five years, from age 5 to 10. Even though she is no longer actively taking classes, Mr. Dominach still remains one of the most influential people she has had in her young life. The confidence that she learned from Mr. Dominach, Mrs.

★★★★★ — Mariann, Feb 2014

My son has been a student at Dominach's Taekwondo Academy for 2 1/2 years. he is 7 years old and we attend class 4-5 times per week. It says a lot about the quality of the school and its instructors when a child this age still has the same enthusiasm for class as he did at the beginning.

★★★★★ — Kathy, Jan 2014

If I could pick the one personal highest business to recommend on Google this would be mine. Yes, you or your child will learn Taekwondo here. However, prepare yourself for outstanding leadership, unparalleled mentorship, and a family of people that will adopt you as their own and never let go.

★★★★★ — Gary, Mar 2020

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New to taekwondo? Start at Dominach's Taekwondo Academy

Dominach's Taekwondo Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Dominach's Taekwondo Academy

Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Taekwondo is a martial art and a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Dominach's Taekwondo Academy

2148 Declaration Dr, Independence, KY41051

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